This 1965 Beechcraft S35 Bonanza Is a Thoroughly Equipped ‘AircraftForSale’ Top Pick

High-performance V-tail single boasts modernized glass panel and exceptionally low engine time.

FLYING Staff

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 10:45 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

1965 Beechcraft S35 Bonanza [Credit: Carolina Aircraft]

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Every day, the team at Aircraft For Sale chooses an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, a good deal, or has other qualities we find interesting. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily.

Today’s Top Pick is a 1965 Beechcraft S35 Bonanza.

With its unmistakable V-tail silhouette, the Beechcraft Bonanza has long been celebrated in the general aviation community for its impressive speed, sturdy construction, and exceptional handling. The S35 variant introduced a longer cabin and higher gross weight to the legendary airframe, making it an incredibly desirable cross-country traveler that carries passengers and luggage with ease.

Based in North Carolina, this 1965 model has been well cared for. It comes with a history of being constantly hangared, complete logbooks, and no known damage history, further bolstering the proven nature of the airframe which has accumulated 6,740 total hours (TTAF) over the years.

Generating thrust up front is a Continental IO-520BB engine equipped with GAMI fuel injectors, new Millennium cylinders, and a Tanis engine pre-heater. It shows a remarkably low 34 hours since major overhaul (SMOH). The powerplant is paired with a three-blade McCauley propeller that has just 473 hours since propeller overhaul (SPOH).

Pilots will find an extensively modernized avionics suite that completely transforms the cockpit into a thoroughly upgraded glass panel. The setup is centered around dual Garmin GI-275 displays serving as the ADI and HSI.

Navigation and communication are handled by a GTN-750Xi GPS/NAV/COM with WAAS and a secondary GNC-215 nav/com. A Garmin GTX-345R transponder provides full ADS-B In/Out for traffic and weather on the GTN-750, while a Garmin GFC-500 autopilot with yaw damper and an MVP-50P color graphic engine monitor dramatically reduces workload.

This 1965 Beechcraft S35 Bonanza [Credit: Carolina Aircraft] — 1965 Beechcraft S35 Bonanza [Credit: Carolina Aircraft]

Occupants will enjoy a beautifully detailed interior featuring red leather seat trim, deep blue carpets, and useful upgrades like a four-place intercom, Rosen sun visors, tinted windows, and USB charging ports. The exterior presents beautifully, rated an 8 out of 10, sporting an white base with red-and-blue striping, all complemented by a one-piece Speed Slope windshield and bright LED landing lights.

Fresh off an annual inspection completed in June 2026 and an IFR certification in January 2026, this Bonanza is completely turnkey. Enhancing its appeal for the next owner, the purchase price includes enrollment in a Bonanza School training course.

Available for $279,000, this 1965 Beechcraft S35 Bonanza represents an outstanding opportunity for buyers seeking classic aviation prestige paired with cutting-edge technology.

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